Scotland 'should be grateful' they have Tierney
Head coach Steve Clarke says Scotland "should be grateful" they have Kieran Tierney as the incoming Celtic defender prepares for his 50th cap.The 28-year-old, who returns to Parkhead this summer following his Arsenal exit, is set to reach the milestone when the Scots face Iceland - live on the BBC - on Friday night at Hampden.Despite suffering injury issues in recent years, Tierney's versatility to play at left-back and on the left of a back three has been vital throughout Clarke's reign."Kieran is a top, top player, we're lucky to have him," said Clarke, whose side will also face Lichtenstein on Monday. "In recent years, he's had one or two little injury issues that have probably restricted his number of caps. "I remember going down to London to meet him when he'd just moved to Arsenal to speak to him about his role within the squad and what we expected from him. "Since then, myself and Kieran have had a really good relationship. So we should be grateful we've got him and hopefully it doesn't stop at 50 and the caps keep coming."There are many players in the squad now who are on over 50 caps and Kieran's just another one to add to that."
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